COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — During the month of September, Gov. Nikki Haley is drawing South Carolinians’ attention to cancers affecting children. Haley has proclaimed September as “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.” A proclamation issued by Haley recognizes the courage and compassion of children and families affected by cancer. Haley’s office says the proclamation aims to raise awareness of cancer’s devastating effects…
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Two teenagers have been charged with assaulting a 14-year-old boy at Sumter High School earlier this year. Police said Wednesday two 16-year-old boys had been charged with conspiracy and second degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Authorities say a 14-year-old student told police in May that three people had assaulted him in a…
YORK, S.C. (AP) _ A jury is preparing to hear closing arguments in the case of a 69-year-old Gaffney woman charged with murder in the death of her boyfriend.
The homeless shelter that usually operates during the evenings, only, five months out of the year, will operate seven months out of the year, 24 horus a day, seven days a week, as city of Columbia officials seek to handle homelessness like never before.
Since 2000, data from the state Department of Corrections shows 38 inmates have committed suicide.
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Helping young people make better decisions, that’s the intent of a rally in Columbia tomorrow evening.
This video is no longer available. (WOLO) COLUMBIA, S.C., — It’s one of the most popular brand of Spaghetti and it’s made right here in Columbia. While you may have passed in it an aisle or served it up for dinner, for the 3rd year in a row The Mueller’s Pasta Plant is cooking up a way to help South…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A two-time Grammy award-winning singer and story teller who weaves tales of childhood and family life is scheduled to perform at the University of South Carolina. Spokeswoman Megan Sexton says the performance by Bill Harley is set for 7 p.m. at Rutledge Chapel. Harley is the author of “Monsters In The Bathroom,” ”50 Ways To Fool…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Juvenile Justice is launching a three-day community service effort in South Carolina. Starting Thursday, DJJ says its youth and staff are teaming up with community partners and volunteers for various projects around the state. Organizers say they expect hundreds of volunteers to help refurbish buildings, organize food pantries and spruce up gardens. This…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Authorities say a 19-year-old Benedict College student bled to death after delivering a stillborn baby alone in her dorm room. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said the student was found dead Tuesday night, but the delivery likely happened about three days before. Watts says the woman likely would have survived if she sought medical…
